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Environmental Studies Internship Opportunities
The following is a list of potential internship sites for Environmental Studies students and others. Many of these organizations regularly have Chatham interns. For more information on internships, contact the PACE Center for Career Development.
Pittsburgh Area Internships
CCI is a regional non-profit organization headquartered at the CCI center in the South Side of Pittsburgh. CCI promotes responsible energy use in homes and other buildings. Several Chatham students have had positive internship experiences with CCI and the related organizations in their building.
For more information contact: Indigo Raffel at email@example.com
Green Building Alliance (GBA) is a non-profit organization that works to improve the economic, social and environmental performance of the Pittsburgh region through the use of green building practices in regional development projects. It was created in 1993 when four environmental groups wanted to create more sustainable buildings in the Pittsburgh area.
For more information write to: firstname.lastname@example.com or phone (412)431-0709
GASP is an environmental organization, based in Western PA., which focuses on air pollution and ways to improve environmental quality in the area. Interns at GASP work with groups such as the DEP and the Air Quality Bureau in addition to the public. Several Chatham students have had successful internship experiences with GASP.
For more information contact: Sue Seppi at (412) 441-6650 or email@example.com
Native Plant Design: A native plant nursery in Pittsburgh is looking for interested students who would like to create demonstration plantings. The owner of this nursery would like interns interested in exploring ecological landscaping design possibilities and/or learning more about native plants in the landscape.
For more information contact: Lisa Kunst Vavro, phone (412)365-1882
PennFuture works to create a just future where nature, community and economy thrive. Their goal is to enforce environmental laws and advance in effective solutions for solving environmental problems. PennFuture is very active in energy campaigns in Pittsburgh and throughout the state.
For more contact: Jeanne Clark, Director of Communications
Pittsburgh Voyager is a non-profit education organization that provides river-based learning aboard one of three vessels and in the classroom for students, teachers and the community. All Voyager programs are adventure and inquiry based, engaging students of all ages in hands-on learning activities.
For more information contact: phone (412)231-2712
The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium offer a unique and exciting opportunity for students to experience and explore the inner workings of a modern zoological park. A variety of disciplines are available for any field of study.
For more information write to: Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Intern Program, One Wild Place Pittsburgh, Pa. 15206-1178
The Rachel Carson Homestead is the birthplace and childhood home of ecologist Rachel Carson, whose 1962 book Silent Spring launched the modern environmental movement. The Carson family homestead was constructed in approximately 1870. It was one of the earlier buildings in Springdale, approximately 14 miles upstream from Pittsburgh. The Homestead is always looking for volunteer groups and individuals who can help out with projects and activities, including education programs, our bookstore and gift shop, office work, yard and trail work, and special events. Chatham students have often worked at the Homestead.
For more information contact: email@example.com
Sustainable Pittsburgh is a combination of individuals, businesses and organizations who work together to make Pittsburgh a sustainable place to live, work and visit. Their mission is to affect the decision making processes in Pittsburgh so that long term goals about the environment are taken into account.
For more information contact: firstname.lastname@example.com, phone (412)258-6642
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is vigorously creating a conservation strategy that links water, land and life. They buy lands for conservation while working with communities to promote long-term livability. They care about the conservation of threatened, wild resources and are deeply concerned with the proper maintenance of the human-built communities. Western Pennsylvania Conservancy believes in balancing human needs with the protection of the natural world. Their programs are designed to save the places they care about in their towns and cities as well as country-sides.
National Internships
Americorp follows in the footsteps of national service pioneers such as the Depression era Civilian Conservation Corps, the Peace Corps, and VISTA (Volunteers In Service To America), nearly 30,000 members are now engaged in addressing our nation's challenges. Working in the areas of education, public safety, the environment and health and human needs, Americorp strives to create the best world possible, for those less fortunate. Americorp is stationed all over the U.S.
Sample Internship: One project that Americorp is seeking service for is a program organized by elders. The program is trying to involve other seniors in using their collective wisdom to help people live more in harmony with nature. The position is available through Imago Earth Center in Cincinnati, OH. but runs through Americorp. The group is looking for someone who can work with our senior citizens to help improve the environment.
For more information contact: email@example.com
The Defenders of Wildlife, headquartered in Washington D.C., focuses on protecting fragile habitats and enforcing and expanding the Endangered Species Act.
The DEP is a state agency that primarily is responsible for administering Pennsylvania's environmental laws and regulations. Their responsibilities range from protecting our streams and rivers to making sure waste is handled properly. Internships are available in many fields. Deadline for internships is March 1.
The deadline for a DCNR internship is March 1. Please check out their website for requirements and a description of positions available, and contact information.
EnvironCitizen is a national environmental organization and is currently looking for students to be interns in a school year-long campaign to transition their schools over to using clean energy.
For more information contact: Amy Fisher
Each year, Green Corps offers one-year paid fellowships to recent college graduates, providing them with the hands-on training and experience they'll need to launch their social change organizing and advocacy careers. Fellows in the program spend a year participating in a rigorous classroom training program and coordinating field campaigns with national environmental groups. Our recent campaigns have included working to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge with the Alaska Wilderness League, educating the public about global warming with the World Wildlife Fund, and protecting communities from toxics with the Toxics Action Center.
For more information contact: Jenna Perry
This internship and research program includes coursework, intensive Spanish and structured internship opportunities in Costa Rica and Nicaragua in the following areas: women's studies, environment, and ecology, public health, human rights, education, and wildlife conservation. The program is progressive and aimed at students who wish to work on social justice issues and on behalf of the poor, women, and oppressed in Central America.
For more information contact: email@example.com
The National park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. Internships are available, but are administered at the park level or in various NPS centers and offices.
The National Wildlife Federation works to protect the wildlife around us and create programs to educate society. The National Wildlife Federation is accepting applications from undergraduate juniors or seniors, or recent graduates, to intern side by side with knowledgeable professionals. Students will receive experience through many aspects of the NWF's conservation mission.
NWF also has a Campus Ecology program, designed to help students "green" their school. Information on this program can be found on their website or by e-mailing email@example.com.
By communicating with other youth- led environmental/social justice groups in the region, the SEAC hopes to help reach out to people and keep them updated about environmental issues in their community. Internship positions are available. An example of a current internship position, through the SEAC, is as follows. "Threshold" is the SEAC's movement magazine. They are currently seeking interns to do everything from write the articles to publish it.
For more information contact: email@example.com, phone (215)222-4711
The SCA offers internships anywhere in the United States, anytime of year, and in a variety of fields. For a complete list check out the website or catalogue. Interns receive expense paid positions in addition to money for school! SCA offers the opportunity to help preserve and serve America's outdoors.
For more information contact: SCA Conservation Internships, P.O. Box 550, Charlestown, NH. 03603, firstname.lastname@example.com


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It's time again to see how I've fared this month!
Early-chapter: 0
Middle-grade: 7
Teen: 12
Adult: 4
Picture books: 0
Library books: 15
Books owned: 8
Well, my numbers would seem pretty impressive, but I mostly read graphic novels. The wedding is now just over a month away, so my free time for reading is very much limited these days. I'm still trying to squeeze in as much as I can, but it's actually a little bit stressful. I'm still expecting myself to read as much as when I don't have a million other things going on, even though I shouldn't expect that. For some reason, I can't help it - reading is my hobby and I want to devote time to it just like any other hobby. I guess I just don't deal well with too many things eating up my time. Anyway, I'm expecting this next month to go pretty poorly, as well, though I do have several graphic novels lined up again. We'll see!
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Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Monday, August 31, 2015
Review: Everything Everything
Everything Everything
By Nicola Yoon
Expected publication September 1, 2015 by Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Madeline has lived her entire life in her house. She is allergic to everything, so leaving her house is potentially fatal. Really, though, she doesn't mind too much - until Olly moves in next door. And even though she knows better, Madeline starts talking to him. If you've ever been a teenager, you know this probably isn't going to end well.
So, this book has been getting tons of buzz and I was very pleased to see an e-galley available for download. I snatched it up. On a slow night at work, I started reading it and was immediately sucked in. I couldn't put it down.
Here's the thing: this book was an extremely engaging and quick read. The chapters were short and Madeline's voice was realistic and fascinating to read. Though the story with Olly was pretty predictable, it was hard not to fall in love along with them. I appreciated the diversity and I was really intrigued by Madeline's disease. I enjoyed reading about the everyday details of her life and I found it refreshing that Madeline has such a strong sense of self.
BUT. There is a big twist in this book and it kind of undermined the whole story for me. I don't want to give it away, but I'm not sure I can fully explain my disappointment without spoiling it. What I'll say is this: I would have enjoyed the story much more without the twist. I wanted to see how the story of Madeline and her disease would play out and if a happy ending would be possible for a character like her. The twist made it impossible to follow the story as it began.
While the twist didn't completely ruin the book for me, it did lessen my enjoyment. That being said, though, I think this book will definitely be a hit with teens. I just wish the story had ended where it began.
Thanks to the publisher for a digital advance reader's copy, provided via Edelweiss.
Wednesday, August 26, 2015
Review: Violent Ends
Violent Ends
Edited by Shaun David Hutchinson
Expected publication September 1, 2015 by Simon Pulse
It's possible that Kirby Matheson's name is unfamiliar, but everyone will know it soon enough. This is the story of Kirby told by people who knew him and people who didn't. It's the story of Kirby before and it's the story of Kirby after - after he brings a gun to school and kills six people.
I'd heard a lot of buzz about this book for some time. It's a series of interconnected stories, written by a variety of authors, telling the story of a school shooting. I was intrigued by the concept and I think it's an important topic to examine, so I was pleased to see the e-galley available.
I expected to like this a lot more than I did and I actually find myself at a bit of a loss regarding what to say about it. Generally, I love books of interconnected stories - I think it's a fascinating narrative approach. I really liked its use here - getting the stories surrounding the school shooting through a variety of voices. And I really appreciated the wide variety of voices used in this collection - there is even a story from the point of view of the gun (maybe my favorite, certainly the most memorable of the collection). I liked discovering the degrees of connectedness to the central incident through each story - some of them surprised me quite a bit (I'm thinking of one in particular with a startling reveal at the very end that left me with significantly more questions than answers). But, as with all collections of stories, some are better than others. I appreciated the complex dimensions this book reaches - violent crime is a problem in our society, one that we often blithely choose to ignore in favor of personal freedoms, but it's a problem that needs to be discussed. I appreciated that this collection addressed the mixed emotions felt by all involved in a tragedy such as this - relief, guilt, confusion, anger, sadness, and many more. There are no easy answers here and I'm glad the book took that approach.
My main complaint about this is strictly due to my reading it in digital ARC form - the author names were not listed at the start of each story, so I couldn't tell who wrote what. Ultimately, it doesn't matter since the author wouldn't affect my feelings about the story, but I was far too lazy upon reaching the end to thumb back and figure out who wrote what. Obviously, this won't be a problem in the print version (I find it easier to flip back and forth in print than electronically), so this is really a non-issue for readers.
Overall, I thought this book was well-done but I'm not sure all of it was memorable enough to stick in my mind.
Thanks to the publisher for a digital advance reader's copy, provided via Edelweiss.
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Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Review: The Wolf Wilder
The Wolf Wilder
By Katherine Rundell
Expected publication August 25, 2015 by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Feo and her mother live a solitary existence - well, if you don't count the wolves. Once upon a time, wealthy Russians would keep wolves as pets until their natural instincts took over. These wolves - halfway between domestic and wild - would have to be trained again to live in the wild. Feo and her mother are wolf wilders. Feo loves her life with the wolves. That's why she'll stop at nothing to get it back when the Tsar arrests her mother and threatens to kill her wolves.
I've read Rundell's previous books and enjoyed them well enough - her first more than her most recent. In fact, I was well ready to write off Rundell altogether after her last title. But then, fortuitously, I spotted this e-galley available and downloaded it. I'm glad I had a change of mind.
Much to my surprise, I absolutely loved this book. To be clear, I can see it likely has some faults, but I fell completely for this story. What is most interesting to me is that many of the things I faulted her previous title for - a headstrong, brash main character and a repetitive series of adventures - were the things I loved most about this title. Feo reminded me of Wilhemina (the protagonist of Rundell's previous novel) - she's grown up mostly removed from society, surrounded largely by animals rather than people. As such, her social skills often leave something to be desired. For some reason, though, in Feo's case, it comes off less harshly and selfish than it did in Will's. It seemed more obvious to me that Will's intentions were always in the right spot, even if her actions weren't the proper ones. Feo always seemed more flexible and willing to learn from others as the story progressed and circumstances took her far beyond her comfort zone. These were qualities that I felt Will lacked. Feo and her interactions with others made me laugh rather than cringe, so clearly I was inclined to like this one more than her previous.
I quite enjoyed the other characters as well. Every time a new one was introduced, I was eager to hear their story and I don't think I was disappointed by any of them. Rundell does an excellent job here of infusing even relatively minor characters with some small hint of a life beyond her pages and I loved discovering these. Some of it is not so subtle (from the moment he appears, it's obvious Ilya will play a significant role), but it never bothered me.
As I said previously, the adventures do get a bit repetitive - Rakov is villainy, Feo escapes, Rakov catches up, etc. However, it never grates because the stakes feel devastatingly real. This book is not afraid to be a bit dark. So, although Rakov is a tiny bit of a villain caricature, the book never feels cartoonish. Spoilers maybe, but people and animals get hurt in this book and it feels heartbreakingly real. I'm not ashamed to admit I cried during this one - that's how engrossed I was with this story.
For the faults I can obviously acknowledge: Rundell takes extreme liberties with her wolves here. Personally, I didn't consider this a fault because I wasn't reading this as a piece of straight historical fiction (and I'm not sure it ever purports to be that). But, I can certainly see some readers balking at Rundell's depiction of wolf behaviors and attitudes. Additionally, later in the book, it touches upon some Russian politics which I can imagine might get boring for the reader but felt like a natural part of the story to me.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this and am very glad I didn't overlook it because of my past ambivalence with the author.
Thanks to the publisher for a digital advance reader's copy, provided via Edelweiss.
Monday, August 24, 2015
Review: Lair of Dreams
Lair of Dreams (Diviners, book two)
By Libba Bray
Expected publication August 25, 2015 by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
WARNING: There may be spoilers for book one ahead. Read my review of that title here.
After a showdown with a real-life creepy-crawly, Evie's secret talent is not so secret anymore. Now, she's the "Sweetheart Seer," making a living off of her supernatural gift. But is all of America ready for the Diviners to reveal themselves? At the same time, a mysterious sleeping sickness has hit the city, claiming more and more victims every day. Are the Diviners ready for another showdown?
I don't think I can explain to you how excited I was when I was approved for the e-galley of this. It took all my willpower not to drop everything and start reading it immediately. I've been looking forward to this book for more than two years, after all!
So, perhaps it comes as no surprise that this book failed to live up to my expectations. After completely loving book number one and then waiting (rather impatiently) as the publication date for this was pushed back and pushed back, I was ready to be blown away by book two. And I wasn't. It makes me sad to say it but, for me, this didn't live up to the promise of the first.
While I still love the cast of characters, Evie lost a bit of her charm for me with this one. I think it was all the dithering about Jericho and the flutters she begins to feel for Sam - does there have to be a love triangle? Particularly with a character I view as no-nonsense. It just irked me. Additionally, the stories with each of the characters felt a bit more disjointed in this one - I had a hard time trying to see how they were all going to tie together. I assume that Bray still has some master endgame in which the Diviners must all unite to battle the biggest supernatural baddie of all and save life as we know it, but it was difficult at times to keep that notion in mind while reading this book.
And, speaking of supernatural baddies, after the amazingly creepy Naughty John and the story of the end of the world cult, the villain in this entry fell extremely short. I was not at all creeped out while reading this one and that was a great disappointment to me. I mean, I guess they can't all be mind-numbingly terrifying, but I expected much more horror than I got. Perhaps because of my lack of interest in the villain, this book also seemed to move much more slowly than the first book and I really felt the 600 pages I read to finish it. Bits of this actually felt like filler, which just boggles my mind, but I suppose if I believe in the endgame bit, it'll probably all turn out to be relevant in the end. Despite my disappointment in this entry, I adored book one so much that I will definitely be back for the next installment (which I imagine will take another two years to arrive).
Thanks to the publisher for a digital advance reader's copy, provided via NetGalley.
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Monday, August 17, 2015
Review: The Creeping
The Creeping
By Alexandra Sirowy
Expected publication August 18, 2015 by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
When Stella was a young girl, she disappeared with her best friend. She came back. Her best friend never did. But Stella has tried to move on with her life. Then, a body is discovered - the body of a little red-headed girl, a body that reminds Stella all too much of her disappeared best friend. When Stella learns that other red-headed girls have vanished over the years, she knows she must solve the mystery.
The promise of a creepy mystery drew me into downloading this e-galley when I discovered it. I love reading horror novels but I haven't had a ton of luck with YA horror. Nevertheless, I'm determined to keep trying them.
Here is my main problem with this book: any creepiness that may be generated by the possibly-uncovering-a-spooky-monster-in-the-woods-that-eats-little-red-headed-girls-and-anyone-who-comes-close-to-discovering-it is completely nullified every single gosh darn time Stella worries that her image might be tarnished by trying to solve the mystery with her former best friend and current high school loser, Sam. And, lo, my friends, those times are many. I literally could not believe how much of her headspace and time Stella devotes to worrying about being seen with Sam or concerned that her terribly abusive new best friend, Zoey, will be pissed when she finds out that Stella has been seeing Sam behind her back. I mean, there may be a scary monster that eats people out there and you may be next on its list (or maybe it's a creepy multi-generational cult), but let's go ahead and worry more about drama surrounding the boy you like. Just, excuse me while I try to stop my eyerolling.
That being said, I thought the book did a decent job of walking the line between a supernatural monster and a human one, keeping readers guessing until the very end which kind it will turn out to be. Personally, I worried that the monster was going to be the one I didn't want (no, I will not tell you which of those options I mean), but I was happy when the ending resolved things in a way that felt believable to me. So, though I struggled with the atmosphere of the book and the characters, the mystery itself was well done and I'd be interested in reading what Sirowy does next.
Thanks to the publisher for a digital advance reader's copy, provided via Edelweiss.
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Friday, August 14, 2015
Capsule Reviews: YA Edition
By Beth Revis
Published 2012 by Razorbill
Review of book one
Three months have passed since the events of the first book. Amy still struggles to find a place for herself aboard the ship. Elder struggles to become the leader he knows he must be. It isn't long before another crisis arises, catapulting both Amy and Elder into a frantic hunt for the truth among all the lies that make up Godspeed.
After listening to the first on audio, I picked up the print version of book two for both my fiance and I to read. I was interested to see what direction the series would go in, as book one didn't set up an explicit course. This continues in the time-honored tradition of "main character discovers ancestors have kept very important secrets" and I found it mostly enjoyable. I find the exploration of sexuality and sexual assault interesting and, at the same time, a bit misplaced in this series. I think it was used as a plot device here, which I didn't terribly enjoy. The plot moves quickly again, and I continue to enjoy the dual narration. I still favor Elder's character, though he got a bit whiny in this entry. The setup for book three is much more explicit here and I currently have it checked out. I hope to read it soon.
By Jaclyn Moriarty, read by Fiona Hardingham, Andrew Eiden, Kate Reinders, and Peter McGowan
Published 2013 by Scholastic Audio
Madeleine lives in Cambridge with her mom, adjusting to a quieter life than she's used to. Elliot lives in Bonfire, in the Kingdom of Cello, determined to solve the mystery of his father's disappearance. Inexplicably, their lives will cross, changing them both forever.
This was one of Audiofile's SYNC titles this summer. I remember discussion around this book when it was released and I thought it sounded interesting, so I took the opportunity to squeeze it into my schedule as a listen. I actually think this book signified the beginning of my reading slump. This was a long listen and I struggled with it. It takes a long time for this book to make sense. It's not until maybe 3/4 of the way through that you fully understand why you're reading both Madeleine and Elliot's stories - they don't really have a strong connection for the majority of the book. In addition, I had problems with both readers (as a side note, I don't know why there are 4 readers listed in everything I found - I only noticed two). The reader of Madeleine's story adopted an extremely strange accent for her voice - which, to be fair, is exactly what the text says. But to actually hear it spoken - I didn't enjoy it. The reader for Elliot's story was terrible at inflection - everything was read in a monotone and it was very distracting. So, as I said, I struggled with this. It picked up at the end a bit, enough that I'd like to see where the story goes next but it's fair to assume I won't be checking out the audio version.
The Living (The Living, book one)
By Matt de la Pena, read by Henry Leyva
Published 2013 by Brilliance Audio
Shy needs money, so he takes a summer job working on a cruise ship. It can't be all bad, right? But then, the biggest earthquake recorded hits and suddenly Shy finds himself in a massive fight for survival.
Another of the SYNC titles this summer, I happily downloaded it when it was available. I'd heard lots of great things about this book, so I was really looking forward to squeezing it into my reading schedule. That being said, I was pretty disappointed in this one. First, it's a trivial thing, really, but I couldn't get past the main character being called Shy. I sometimes have a hard time with names that just don't sound right to me and this was one of those times. It didn't really seem to suit the character or the story, but your mileage may vary. Second, this book was just not what I expected. I expected zombies - I don't know why really. Maybe the cover gave me that impression. But I expected zombies and was extremely disappointed. Third, it's billed as a survival story but it never really felt that way to me. Perhaps the audio just didn't convey the direness of the situation well, but I never truly felt like Shy was in significant danger. I really didn't enjoy the conspiracy part of the plot at all. I also don't love that this is the first book in a series - where is the series going to go from here? I don't know and I'm only mildly curious to find out.
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AMMAN — Police forces on Saturday said calm was restored to the Hashemiyeh District, 10km east of Zarqa, after local residents rioted and blocked roads with burning tyres over 10-year-old Abdullah Momani, who went missing recently.
In a statement, the police said they searched the whole area for the missing child, but could not find him.
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Article: [Applicability of MALDI Mass Spectrometry for Diagnostics of Phase Variants in Bacterial Populations][Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Efficiency of MALDI mass spectrometry for differentiation between phenotypic phase variants (in colony morphology and virulence/avirulence) was investigated for saprotrophic and opportunistically pathogenic bacteria of five genera (Acinetobacter, Arthrobacter, Rhodococcus, Corynebacterium, and Escherichia). Analysis of MALDI spectra (on the SA and HCCA matrices) included (1) determination of similarity of the protein spectra as a percentage of the common protein peaks to the total amount of proteins, which reflects the phylogenetic relationships of the objects and has been recommended for identification of closely related species; (2) comparison of intensities of the common peaks; and (3) the presence of specific peaks as determinative characteristics of the variants. Under the standard analytical conditions, the similarity between the MALDI profiles was shown to increase in the row: genus-species-strain-variant. Assessment of intensities of the common peaks was most applicable for differentiation between phase variants, especially in the case of high similarity of their profiles. Phase variants (A. oxydans strain K14) with similar colony morphotypes (S, R, M, and Sm) grown on different media (LB agar, TSA, and TGYg) exhibited differences in their protein profiles reflecting the differences in their physiological characteristics. This finding is in agreement with our previous results on screening of the R. opacus with similar colony morphology and different substrate specificity in decomposition of chlorinated phenols. Analysis of MALDI spectra is probably the only efficient method for detection of such variants.Microbiology 05/2015; 84(3):328-346. DOI:10.1134/S0026261715030121 · 0.64 Impact Factor
Article: Candidatus "Jettenia moscovienalis" sp. nov., a New Species of Bacteria Carrying out Anaerobic Ammonium Oxidation[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: A new species of bacteria oxidizing ammonium with nitrite under anoxic conditions was isolated from the activated sludge of a semiindustrial bioreactor treating digested sludge of the Kuryanovo wastewater treatment plant (Moscow, Russia). Physiological, morphological, and molecular genetic characterization of the isolate was carried out. The cells were ovoid (~0.5 × 0.8 μm), with the intracellular membrane structures characteristic of anammox bacteria (anammoxosome and paryphoplasm); unlike other anammox bacteria, it possessed extensive intracellular membrane structures located in layers parallel to the cytoplasmic membrane, but never close to the anammoxosome. The cells formed aggregates 5–28 μm in diameter and readily attached to solid surfaces. The cells were morphologically labile, easily plasmolyzed, and lost their content. Doubling time was 28 days, μmax = 0.025 day–1; optimal temperature and pH for growth were 20–45°C and 8.0, respectively. Phylogenetic analysis of the 16S rRNA gene sequences suggested its classification as a new species of the candidate genus Jettenia (order Planctomycetales). The name Candidatus "Jettenia moscovienalis" sp. nov. was proposed for the new bacterium.Microbiology 04/2015; 84(2):256-262. DOI:10.1134/S0026261715020101 · 0.64 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The paper presents results of study of anoxic ammonia oxidation at low temperature conducted at JSC Mosvodokanal, Moscow, Russia. The study was carried out in two reactors, 5 l each, operated at the temperature of 5–10 °С. Both reactors were inoculated with the soil, collected from waste water sludge landfill, that presumably, contained low-temperature adapted nitrifying bacteria. Reactor No. 1 contained nitrifying bacteria only. Reactor No. 2 was further inoculated by anammox bacteria. Filtrate from digested sludge belt thickeners was added into the reactors to achieve a final N-NH4 concentration of 70–95 mg/l. The reactors were operated as sequencing batch reactors. After 90 days of incubation maximal nitrification rate in reactor No. 1 was 1.4 mg N-NH4/g VSS*h, and in reactor No. 2–1.0 mg N-NH4/g VSS*h. Estimated doubling time of nitrifying bacteria was 45 days. Total mineral nitrogen removal in the 1st reactor was 20% (via process of heterotrophic denitrification), and in the 2nd – 60% (via both the processes of heterotrophic and autotrophic nitrate reduction). Through the process of autotrophic denitrification (anammox), two times as much nitrogen was removed, compared to the heterotrophic denitrification process. Anammox process rate was 0.4 mg N-NH4/g VSS*h.Water Practice & Technology 03/2015; 10(1):172. DOI:10.2166/wpt.2015.019
Article: Increase of nitrification efficiency at waste water treatment by implementation of bioaugmentation process[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Low content of ammonia in the treated water is one of the most important indicators of the efficiency of biological wastewater treatment. Oxidation of ammonium to nitrate (nitrification) is carried out by nitrifying bacteria, which have low growth rates and are very sensible to certain unfavorable technological factors, such as low oxygen concentration and toxicants). To stabilize the number of nitrifying bacteria, increasing their activity in bioreactors with activated sludge and, therefore, to achieve stable and efficient removal of nitrogen compounds, various techniques are used, one of which is bioaugmentation technology. Bioaugmentation implies addition of the necessary microorganisms or creation of the conditions favoring their development in order to increase the specific activity of biological systems, such as activated sludge. In the Engineering and Technological Centre of JSC 'Mosvodokanal' for the first time in world practice, we studied the efficiency of nitrification in a plant operating under the scheme of the University of Cape Town process, in combination with an additional bioaugmentation reactor. Activated sludge in the reactor was enriched with nitrifying bacteria. At higher ammonium loads, which were modeled by adding the liquid phase of digested sludge, the main line did not remove ammonium to the maximum permissible concentration for fishery water bodies. The use of a bioaugmentation reactor resulted in ammonium concentration decrease from 40-50 to 0.4 mg N-NH4/l. This approach increased the stability of the activated sludge nitrifying bacteria to toxicants (thiourea).Water Practice & Technology 12/2014; 9(4):551. DOI:10.2166/wpt.2014.061
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ABSTRACT: The contribution of the major technologically important microbial groups (ammonium- and nitrite-oxidizing, phosphate-accumulating, foam-inducing, and anammox bacteria, as well as planctomycetes and methanogenic archaea) was characterized for the aeration tanks of the Moscow wastewater treatment facilities. FISH investigation revealed that aerobic sludge were eubacterial communities; the metabolically active archaea contributed insignificantly. Stage II nitrifying microorganisms and planctomycetes were significant constituents of the bacterial component of activated sludges, with Nitrobacter spp. being the dominant nitrifiers. No metabolically active anammox bacteria were revealed in the sludge from aeration tanks. The sludge from the aeration tanks using different wastewater treatment technologies were found to have differing characteristics. Abundance of the nitrifying and phosphate-accumulating bacteria in the sludge generally correlated with microbial activity in microcosms and with efficiency of nitrogen and phosphorus removal from wastewater. The highest microbial numbers and activity were found in the sludge of the tanks operating according to the technologies developed in the universities of Hannover and Cape Town. The activated sludge from the Novokur'yanovo facilities, where abundant growth of filamentous bacteria resulted in foam formation, exhibited the lowest activity. The group of foaming bacteria included Gordonia spp. and Acinetobacter spp utilizing petroleum and motor oils, Sphaerotilus spp. utilizing unsaturated fatty acids, and Candidatus 'Microthrix parvicella'. Thus, the data on abundance and composition of metabolically active microorganisms obtained by FISH may be used for the technological control of wastewater treatment.Microbiology 09/2014; 83(5):699-708. DOI:10.1134/S0026261714050154 · 0.64 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The work deals with more efficient procedures for the isolation and cultivation of "nonculturable" microorganisms (NM) from environmental sources. The techniques for NM cultivation in situ and under laboratory conditions are discussed. A new approach is considered, viz., cultivation under cyclically varying conditions with the cycle duration comparable to the duration of the cell cycle. Cyclic cultivation implies sequential changes of several cultivation phases with different growth conditions. An established sequence of growth phases provides for the competitiveness of the target microorganisms and for accumulation of their biomass. Cultivation of phosphate-accumulating bacteria, nonculturable microorganisms which have not been previously isolated in pure culture, in an SBR reactor is discussed as an example of cyclic cultures.Microbiology 09/2014; 83(5):450-461. DOI:10.1134/S0026261714050087 · 0.64 Impact Factor
Article: Changes in the phase variant spectra in the populations of lactic acid bacteria under antibiotic treatment[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Effect of the antibiotics kanamycin and ampicillin on the growth and phase variation of the populations of four strains of lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus sp. M76AT, L. casei MB, Enterococcus faecium M, and E. faecium M3185) was studied. The presence of antibiotics in the medium resulted in a dose-dependent decrease in viable cell numbers and in partial or complete substitution of the dominant S variant with the minor Sm and Sb variants. The variants differed in colony morphology, as well as in some physiological, biochemical, biotechnological, and probiotic characteristics. The Sm type variants of all strains exhibited the highest resistance to antibiotics. High production of exopolysaccharides was found in Sb variants of lactobacilli and in S variants of enterococci. The highest antibacterial activity was found in Sm variants of lactobacilli, especially in Lactobacillus sp. M76AT. The latter is biotechnologically the most promising strain, since all variants fermented milk yielding the products with uniformly pronounced functional and organoleptic properties. These patterns are of importance for the understanding of the mechanisms of antibiotic resistance and for selection of the variants with desired properties, as well as for quality control of the lactic acid bacteria starter cultures.Microbiology 05/2014; 83(3):195-204. DOI:10.1134/S0026261714030114 · 0.64 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The annual dependences of the powers and energies generated by the unit area of a solar cell (SC) are calculated for a-Si:H-based SCs operating at latitudes of 45°N, 50°N, 55°N, and 60°N and in some geographical localities of Russia. Normalization of these dependences gives an idea about the corresponding annual dependences for SCs based on other semiconductors. Combined with the data on the average number of sunny days in a year (or the total duration of sunshine per year) for a specific region in Russia, this information makes it possible, in particular, to judge about the prospects for constructing solar power plants in these regions. As a result, the regions in Russia for which the excess over the average values of electrical energy generated by solar power plants may reach 24% are determined.Technical Physics 11/2013; 58(11). DOI:10.1134/S1063784213110121 · 0.52 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The time dependences of the key characteristic of a-Si:H solar cells over daylight hours are theoretically simulated. The model is used to calculate the time dependences for an arbitrary geographic latitude in the interval 30°–60° and arbitrary day of the year. The calculated results are illustrated for a geographic latitude of 45° and equinox. The relative variations in the characteristics of the a-Si:H solar cells are valid with a relatively high accuracy for the solar cells based on alternative semiconductors provided that their efficiency ranges form 7 to 20%.Technical Physics 11/2013; 58(11). DOI:10.1134/S106378421311011X · 0.52 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The lipid composition of the microbial community inhabiting activated sludge in a pilot reactor for the anaerobic oxidation of ammonium (anammox) at the Kur'yanovo Treatment Plant (Moscow) has been studied. The fatty acid composition is mostly based on common fatty acids C14–C18 (95%) with both normal and isomeric structures. The biomass of activated sludge was found to contain lipids with the so-called ladderane substances (ladder alcohols and fatty acids) that are common for anammox bacteria: C20-[3]-lad-derane and C20-[5]-ladderane alcohols and C18- and C20-[3]-ladderane and C18- and C20-[5]-ladderane acids. In addition, the native extract contained both simple and compound ethers of the above-mentioned substances with residues of phosphocholine, phosphoethanolamine, and phosphoglycerine. The spectra of the electron impact and tandem mass spectrometry of certain substances have been obtained and published for the first time.Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology 09/2013; 49(5). DOI:10.1134/S0003683813050062 · 0.74 Impact Factor
Article: A novel bacterium carrying out anaerobic ammonium oxidation in a reactor for biological treatment of the filtrate of wastewater fermented sludge[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: A new genus and species of bacteria capable of ammonium oxidation under anaerobic conditions in the presence of nitrite is described. The enrichment culture was obtained from the Moscow River silt by sequential cultivation in reactors with selective conditions for anaerobic ammonium oxidation. Bacterial cells were coccoid, ∼0.4 × 0.7 μm, with the intracellular membrane structures typical of bacteria capable of anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammoxosome and paryphoplasm). The cells formed aggregates 5–25 μm in diameter (10 μm on average). They were readily adhered to solid surfaces. The cells were morphologically labile: they easily lost their content and changed their morphology during fixation for electron microscopy. The organism was capable of ammonium oxidation with nitrite. The semisaturation constants Ks for nitrite and ammonium were 0.38 mg N-NO2/L and 0.41 mg N-NH4/L, respectively. The maximal nitrite concentrations for growth were 90 and 75 mg N-NO2/L for single and continuous application, respectively. The doubling time was 32 days, μmax = 0.022 day−1, the optimal temperature and pH were 20°C and 7.8–8.3, respectively. According to the results of 16S rRNA gene sequencing, the bacterium was assigned to a new genus and species within the phylum Planctomycetes. The proposed name for the new bacterium is Candidatus Anammoximicrobium moscowii gen. nov., sp. nov. (a microorganism carrying out anaerobic ammonium oxidation, isolated in the Moscow region).Microbiology 09/2013; 82(5):628-636. DOI:10.1134/S002626171305007X · 0.64 Impact Factor
Article: Analysis of the reasons for the scatter of the data on temperature reference specimens of VVER-1000 base metal[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: The distribution of material properties in a forged part used to make reference specimens was studied. The objective was to determine why the scatter of data was so large in tests of temperature reference specimens of VVER-1000 base metal on the metal of a sampling ring of a regular VVER-1000 casing. The tests were performed on Charpy and rupture samples, and the hardness was measured and the chemical composition studied. It is shown that the scatter is mainly due to the fact that the reference specimens of the VVER-1000 base metal were cut from the end of the forged part, where, characteristically, a property gradient exists along the vertical coordinate with the critical brittleness temperature decreasing significantly toward the top boundary of the forged part. The scatter of the initial critical brittleness temperature for the control and temperature groups was evaluated within the framework of a virtual experiment simulating a study of reference specimens with prescribed property variation.Atomic Energy 04/2013; 113(6). DOI:10.1007/s10512-013-9656-4 · 0.09 Impact Factor
Article: Criteria for safe use of wastewater sediments on the example of novel and conventional processing technologies[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: The paper presents an integrated agroecological assessment of sewage sludge produced by different processing technologies using the example of the South Butovo and Kuriyanov wastewater treatment plants in Moscow. The analysis indicates their conformity to standard requirements and the advantages of the novel sediment processing technology.Moscow University Soil Science Bulletin 10/2012; 67(4). DOI:10.3103/S0147687412040047
Article: Comparison of different thickening methods for active biomass recycle for anaerobic digestion of wastewater sludge[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: The effect of returning solids to the digester, after one of three thickening processes, on volatile solids reduction (VSR) and gas production was investigated. Three different thickening methods were compared: centrifugation, flotation and gravitational sedimentation. The amount and activity of retained biomass in thickened recycled sludge affected the efficiency of digestion. Semi-continuous laboratory digesters were used to study the influence of thickening processes on thermophilic sludge digestion efficiency. Centrifugation was the most effective method used and caused an increase of VSR from 43% (control) up to 70% and gas generation from 0.40 to 0.44 L g(-1) VS. Flotation and gravitational sedimentation ways of thickening appeared to be less effective if compared with centrifugation. These methods increased VSR only by up to 65 and 51%, respectively and showed no significant increase of gas production. The dewatering capacity of digested sludge, as measured by its specific resistance to filtration, was essentially better for the sludge digested in the reactors with centrifugated and settled recycle. The VS concentration of recycle (g L(-1)), as reflecting the amount of retained biomass, appeared to be one of the most important factors influencing the efficiency of sludge digestion in the recycling technology.Water Science & Technology 08/2012; 66(8):1787-93. DOI:10.2166/wst.2012.405 · 1.11 Impact Factor
Article: TAREG 2.01/00 project, "Validation of neutron embrittlement for VVER 1000 and 440/213 RPVs, with emphasis on integrity assessment"[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: The irradiation embrittlement and integrity of the VVER reactors has been an important issue in many EC supported TACIS and PHARE projects since 1990. In the EC annual programs two TACIS projects (TAREG 2.01/00 and 2.01/03) were launched on the issue in order to improve the neutron irradiation embrittlement databases, elaborate new trend curves for the embrittlement and to assess the integrity of the RPVs (Reactor Pressure Vessel) by analysing PTS transients (Pressurized Thermal Shock) for some selected Russian and Ukrainian VVER 1000 and 440/213 NPPs. In this paper the TAREG 2.01/00 project is briefly described with some details from the twin project 2.01/03, which served as a materials testing project, providing inputs for the 1st project. As a result of the project new trend curves for neutron irradiation embrittlement were elaborated, based on upgraded and more reliable surveillance results databases. The PTS study shows that the integrity of the selected VVER RPVs can be ensured to the end of RPV design life.Progress in Nuclear Energy 07/2012; 58:52–57. DOI:10.1016/j.pnucene.2012.02.007 · 1.12 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The radiation embrittlement of reactor vessel materials is a complex process, which depends on the conditions of irradiation and the microstructure and chemical composition of the steel. It is universally acknowledged that phosphorus, copper, and nickel intensify the radiation embrittlement of vessel material the most. It is believed that Mn, N, C, Mo, Si, As, Sn, V, and other elements also influence radiation embrittlement, but their effect has not been definitely established and is much less than the effect of phosphorus, copper, and nickel. The presence of a synergetic interaction of elements in the irradiation process and the complex interaction of metallurgical factors and the irradiation conditions make it difficult to determine the degree to which impurities and alloying elements influence radiation embrittlement. The effect of the chemical composition of steel, as one of the most important parameters determining the radiation service life of vessel material, on radiation embrittlement is studied, 5 figures, 1 table, 20 references.Atomic Energy 05/2012; 88(4):281-287. DOI:10.1007/BF02673611 · 0.09 Impact Factor
Article: Role of distant interactions in the regulation of the adhesion ofpseudomonas fluorescens cells[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: The effects of distant interactions (LRI) and culture air on the adhesion ofPseudomonas fluorescens cells were studied. OneP. fluorescens culture was found to diminish the adhesion of cells of another, glassscreened,P. fluorescens culture by 30% (in the absence o air exchange between cultures). This effect was interpreted to be due to penetrating LRI. Under the combined action ofLRI and culture air (the latter alone reduced cell adhesion by only several percent), the amount of unattached cells increased 2-to 30-fold (on the average, by a factor of nine). Such a great reduction of cell adhesion indicated the synergistic action ofLRI and culture air.Microbiology 04/2012; 69(3):291-295. DOI:10.1007/BF02756736 · 0.64 Impact Factor
Article: Extracellular factors affecting the adhesion ofPseudomonas fluorescens cells to glass surfaces[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Two factors affecting the adhesionof Pseudomonas fluorescens to glass surfaces were revealed in the culture liquid (CL) of this bacterium. One of these factors, adhesin, which is responsible for cell adhesion, was found to be a protein substance located both at the cell surface and in the CL. Bacterial cells grown in rich LB medium were less adhesive than cells grown in minimal M9 medium. The adhesive capacity of cells was independent of the growth phase. The other factor, antiadhesin (AA), which reduces cell adhesion, was found only in the CL. AA concentration in the CL increased with the culture age.Microbiology 04/2012; 69(2):186-190. DOI:10.1007/BF02756196 · 0.64 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: The process of anaerobic thermophilic digestion of municipal wastewater sludge with a recycled part of thickened digested sludge, was studied in semi-continuous laboratory digesters. This modified recycling process resulted in increased solids retention time (SRT) with the same hydraulic retention time (HRT) as compared with traditional digestion without recycling. Increased SRT without increasing of HRT resulted in the enhancement of volatile substance reduction by up to 68% in the reactor with the recycling process compared with 34% in a control conventional reactor. Biogas production was intensified from 0.3 L/g of influent volatile solids (VS) in the control reactor up to 0.35 L/g VS. In addition, the recycling process improved the dewatering properties of digested sludge.Water Science & Technology 01/2012; 65(3):403-9. DOI:10.2166/wst.2012.783 · 1.11 Impact Factor
Article: Contribution of grain boundary fracture into variation of the critical brittle point of steel 15Kh2NMFA and its welds[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Fracture surfaces of Charpy test pieces are studied and the proportion of grain boundary fracture is determined for 15 groups of pieces of steel 15Kh2NMFAin the state as delivered and after special embrittling treatment in the temperature range of the development of reversible temper brittleness. Welds of steel 15Kh2NMFA are studied for determining the causes of changes in the fracture energy upon formation of segregations over grain boundaries. It is shown what parameters should be allowed for in evaluation of the contribution of grain boundary fracture into the change in the critical brittle point.Metal Science and Heat Treatment 10/2011; 53(7-8). DOI:10.1007/s11041-011-9402-2 · 0.38 Impact Factor
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African American Female Rhinoplasty +Chin Implant. Orange County, CA
I decided I would document my journey on realself, because honestly, I checked it everyday before surgery to see reviews, photos, and testimonies. I will be having rhinoplasty, turbinoplasty, septoplasty, and a chin implant in Newport Beach, tomorrow! I am a 25 yo, AA, female looking to reduce... READ MORE
Ethnic Rhinoplasty African-American Female - Dallas, TX
I am a 44 year-old, African-American professional female who is 10 days post-op of having a septo-rhinoplasty procedure, which was to repair a deviated septum and cosmetic surgery to reduce nostril flare and elevate the tip of my nose. I've always wanted to have rhinoplasty since my teens, but... READ MORE
HELP!!!! Long Awaited Rhinoplasty - Late 20's
Hey all, I've been reading a lot of reviews and doing a lot of research on African American rhinoplasty. I have wanted to refine the look of my nose for quite some time now, and I am finally ready and have the time to do it. I feel comfortable with my face, but feel my nose is disproportionately... READ MORE
I've Been Wanting This For So Long So I Finally Got It!! - Beverly Hills, CA
I've been wanting to get a nose job since...I honestly don't know how long it's been since I wanted one. I've always had a large "Arab" nose as the kids at school would call me. I've been called all kinds of names and I was always told that as I grew eventually my nose would fit into my face.... READ MORE
25,Atlanta Female, Flying to California! - Beverly Hills, CA
Ok, so... There are obviously few reviews with Aftican Americans and Rhinoplasty. I have been researching for years on which doctor I would like to go to. I don't think rushing into this is a good idea. This is the focal point of your face we are talking about!!! Had an appointment with Dr. Paul... READ MORE
Island Hopeful
I'm a 23 year old woman of Afro-Caribbean descent interested in rhinoplasty. I love the ethnic shape of my nose, but I dislike the size/width of my nostrils & hope to have them reduced. Growing up, it was always nice to have something that nodded towards my ancestry and visibly linked me to my... READ MORE
Contemplating Rhinoplasty with Dr. Grigoryants - Los Angeles, CA
Hi everyone, I'm looking to have a rhinoplasty but I'm so nervous about it. I've spoken with four surgeons and I think Dr. Grigoryants is the right choice. I'm looking to narrow my bridge and narrow my nostrils (they flare horribly sometimes). I'm looking for something more feminine, especially... READ MORE
do your research before you allow implant in your nose **very unnatural - New York, NY
I am 5 weeks after septo-rhinoplasty. No words can describe the regrets I have for going under the knife as it was so very unnecessary. I should have done more homework and not have taken this procedure lightly. I have always been called pretty (and hilarious girl) even though I have what most... READ MORE
26 Yrs Old African American Female, Mother of 2. Metairie, LA
I've always had a huge nose and got named called alot because of it. So before I hit puberty I wanted a nose job. I'm 26 yrs old now and can finally afford it. I did alot of research and read reviews of Dr Stephen Metzinger of Merairie, LA. It's been 3 days so far since surgery, still have... READ MORE
I've Wanted Ethnic Rhinoplasty for 16 Years! - Atlanta, GA
I had my rhinoplasty performed by dr lefkoff in Atlanta. He came highly recommended by one of my celebrity clients that wishes to remain 100% anonymous. He had no pictures of his work on black women do I went to him just based on her review and results. I'm faithful he delivered- we will see!... READ MORE
African American Female Rhinoplasty! - Washington, DC
Went in for consultation with Dr. Davison, brought my sister along. Staff very nice and welcoming. The wait between check in and seeing him wasn't too long. When he came in, I got nervous, but he talked thru what I didn't like about my nose and answered my question whether I needed grafts... READ MORE
Young Professional Wide Nose Rhinoplasty - New York
I was quite scared about going through plastic surgery. My faith and my fear of general anesthesia kept me from committing to go under the knife for years. However, I went to Dr. Kwan and I just felt that I was in good hands. After talking with his amazing and courteous staff and seeing how... READ MORE
Waiting Till Im 18,
I live in the UK and i am british caribbean. I want to get my nose done in the US by most likely dr.ghavami. Are there any doctors you would recommend? I am 100% sure i want to do this, i dont hate my nose but i want to change it. I have small lips, big eyes, cheekbones and i just feel like a... READ MORE
33 Years Old, African-American Rhinoplasty - Boston, MA
You know that moment when it hits you that you actually have the power to change something you don't like? I'm 33 years old, and I've never liked my nose, but it didn't occur to me that I could get it fixed with rhinoplasty until last year. I've never met anyone who has had plastic surgery, so... READ MORE
a bridge too far=(wide)! - Orlando, FL
It has been a revelation finding this forum. Reading the various experiences of people on this site is not only encouraging but reminds me that there are others with similar decisions, and that has help me seriously consider reducing the size of my nose. I have wanted a proportional size nose... READ MORE
African American Woman Who Dosen't Have Any Regrets About Getting Rhinoplasty - Savannah, GA
I am so depress right now. I feel all alone. I wish I could go back in time and never had this procedure done. I am 31 years old, and I always wanted my nose done since the age of 17 years old. The surgery it self went smoothly, I'm not in any pain, and the staff was really nice. I was told by... READ MORE
Ready for Revision Rhinoplasty with Radiated Rib - Baltimore, MD
I've had rhinoplasty back in 2001 but due to the lack of experience with african noses, my surgeon recommended a one size fits all silicone implant which I rejected, and ended up with just my bridge being reshaped and the tip was left undone. I figured maybe that could work and was somewhat... READ MORE
Happiest Girl Ever - Los Angeles, CA
Ever since i was 16 years old i always had a problem with my nose i didn't like the big bubble in front of it, it wasn't like i was trying to change myself i just wanted to boost up my confident. When i found Dr.Hughes and went for my consultation it was as if he knew what i wanted to achieve i... READ MORE
8 Months Post Revision Rhinoplasty - Miami, FL
This is my second nose job. The first one was a calamitous experience. Went back years later to try it again. My nose looked more like a snout. The tip had no projection. The bridge was too wide, I had wide, flaring nostrils, and a lot of alar fat. At first I liked this revision, because the... READ MORE
2 Days Post Alarplasty and I Already See Results! (Photos)
I used to have a huge nose with a bull-like flare. I was always teased about it, which affected my self esteem. I finally got an isolated nostril reduction and it looks amazing. That simple change has reverted the size of my entire nose back to my adolescent years. I love it! Next, I want to get... READ MORE


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Energy Security and the World Oil Market
T-RCED-90-12: Published: Nov 8, 1989. Publicly Released: Nov 8, 1989.
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GAO discussed the possible economic and other impacts of an oil supply disruption. GAO noted that: (1) a major oil supply disruption would severely impact the entire economy; (2) U.S. oil consumption and dependence on external oil sources have increased since 1985 after a significant decline and are now approaching 1976 levels; (3) world oil production outside of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries is likely to remain stable or decline in the next decade; (4) U.S. daily production has decreased by about 1 million barrels since 1985; (5) the development of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) has improved U.S. ability to respond to a supply disruption; (6) participation in international oil-sharing programs has also contributed to U.S. energy security; (7) various legislative authorities allow the President a broad variety of responses to a supply disruption, but Congress should expand current authorities to exempt oil industry executives from conflict-of-interest requirements during a supply disruption and allow the President greater authority to draw on SPR; and (8) U.S. policy options for improving energy security include developing alternative fuel technologies, continuing to stockpile petroleum, adopting standby measures to avoid excessive reliance on SPR, and maintaining a stable economic and regulatory atmosphere to encourage investment in petroleum and alternative energy programs.
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